Integrated Master in Law - Law (Including Year Abroad) in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex

We focus on teaching impactful legal principles. Our approach is more innovative, bold, and unconventional compared to conventional law schools, ensuring your legal training remains current and adaptable to societal shifts. Our methodology has an international perspective, rooted in fairness, and actively addresses practical challenges.
The four-year MLaw program (extending to five years with study abroad or placement) builds the same fundamental legal competencies as the LLB, while exploring more sophisticated subjects through master's-level study. You'll examine all core legal domains alongside diverse electives such as: Intellectual property law, Global environmental regulations, Legal studies in literature, Civil liberties, Forensic evidence applications
You'll cultivate a nuanced understanding of law's role within social, political, and economic frameworks. Beyond memorizing statutes, you'll analyze law's societal purpose, legal philosophy, policy matters, and legislative improvements. Additionally, you can concentrate your studies in one of three specializations: civil rights law, global legal systems, or business law.


At Essex, we don't merely train you for legal practice. We ignite your passion for justice and provide the tools to become a catalyst for change, regardless of your professional direction.
From day one, we encourage expansive, strategic thinking about career possibilities. Our alumni have secured positions in international bodies, governmental agencies worldwide, financial institutions, NGOs, and naturally, within legal practice and judicial systems.
We host an annual legal careers fair featuring law firms and professional training providers. Our graduates enter diverse fields including corporate sectors, finance, public service, education, social services, and law enforcement alongside traditional legal roles.